Pass

Munchies Gyros Original

3682 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Restaurant ZIP 60618 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 14, 2026

Munchies Gyros Original was last inspected on September 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 7 violations.

Latest inspection

September 14, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

7 general
  • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

    Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed employee preparing and serving food on the kitchen food preparatiion area. Must wear hair restraints at all times food is being prepared and served.

    Official wording (code 40)

    Personal cleanliness

  • GeneralFood handling

    Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in the kitchen food preparation area. Must properly store wipig cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

    Official wording (code 41)

    Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

  • GeneralFood handling

    In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored inside ice machine located in the front food preparation area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination.

    Official wording (code 43)

    In-use utensils: properly stored

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention device not located at the ice machine located in front prep area. Must install so that can be located to be serviced and maintained.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the unisex employees washroom door at the rear food preparation area not self closing. Instructed to provide a self closing door device at the door and maintain.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed several water damaged ceiling tiles in the front dining area, front and rear food preparation area.must repair/replace and maintain. Observed opening into ceiling above rear food storage shelving and around pipes behind front food preparation area. Must seal all openings and maintain at all times.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of grease build up on ventilation hood and filters above cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed foil being used as liner on shelving units in the front prep area. Instructed the person in charge to remove foil and ensure all nonfood-contact surfaces remain smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.